Imagine strolling through a bustling marketplace, but all the signs are in a language you don't understand! Navigating cPanel, your website's control panel can feel equally confusing if the interface isn't in your native language. Fear not, fellow website owner! As seasoned cPanel users, we are here to guide you through changing the language to one that feels familiar and comfortable.
Why Change the cPanel Language?
- Understanding is Power: When cPanel instructions are clear and easy to follow, managing your website becomes a breeze. Having the interface in your preferred language empowers you to make informed decisions about your website's functionality and appearance.
- Reduced Frustration: Struggling to decipher technical terms can be a frustrating experience. Switching the language to your native tongue eliminates confusion and allows you to focus on optimizing your website with confidence.
Changing Your cPanel Language (A Simple 3-Step Process)
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Log in to cPanel: Access your cPanel dashboard using your web hosting credentials.
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Locate the Language Switcher: Look for the "Change Language" icon or option. It's usually displayed near the top right corner of the cPanel interface.
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Select Your Language: A drop-down menu will present a variety of language options. Simply click on your preferred language.
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Confirmation and Voila! Click "Change" to confirm your selection. cPanel will instantly switch to your chosen language, making all menus, buttons, and instructions crystal clear.
Bonus Tip: If you ever need to switch back to the original language or encounter a situation where your preferred language isn't available, just repeat these steps and choose the desired option.
Using cPanel API To Change cPanel's Language
You may want to start by listing available interface languages for your cPanel:
uapi --output=jsonpretty Locale list_locales
Or get information about the information about the current locale setting:
uapi --output=jsonpretty Locale get_attributes
To update the cPanel account locale to German, use:
uapi --output=jsonpretty Locale set_locale locale='de'
Important Note
- When you change the interface's language, the system sets a cookie in your browser that expires after one year. You must perform this step each time you log in to webmail from a new browser, whenever you delete cookies, and after the cookie expires.
- There is also an option to change the login interface locale for cPanel, WHM, or Webmail during the login process, which will change the default language for the interface.
- If your browser's Accept-Language header is set, the login interface will attempt to display the locale that corresponds to your browser setting. If the locale that the browser's header requests is not available, the login interface will appear in English.
For any additional assistance or inquiries, please don't hesitate to contact our support team for personalized assistance.